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Thomas Percy EarlPrecipitation Gold cup winner, Thomas Percy Earl (1874–1947), signed and dated
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This painting by Thomas Percy Earl, titled Precipitation, captures the renowned racehorse Precipitation, a celebrated champion in the world of equestrian sports. Known for his skill in painting horses, Earl portrays Precipitation in a dynamic and powerful pose, emphasizing the horse's strength and elegance as a Gold Cup winner. This piece conveys both the athleticism of the horse and the glory of its victory, commemorating its exceptional achievement.
Thomas Percy Earl was born in Marylebone, London on 11 March, 1874. He was the son of George Earl (1824-1908), a painter of sporting dogs and animals well-known for his head studies of champions and his second wife Frances Louise Rawlings. His uncle was Thomas Earl (1836-1885), the popular horse and dog painter and his older half-sister was the animal artist Maud Earl (1863-1943), renowned for her portraits of pure-bred dogs, including those belonging to Queen Victoria and other members of the royal family.
Earl lived with his family at 21 Newman Street, Marylebone, London and was taught by his father, who was also an active sportsman. Under his influence, his talent for painting horses was nurtured and developed and he became an accomplished artist. He signed his work T Percy Earl, Percy Earl or P Earl, using his middle name/initial to distinguish himself from his uncle.
After leaving school, he initially worked as an apprentice Mechanical Engineer before turning to art full time. George Earl’s links with sporting families gave him his first commissions and he earned a living painting horse and animal portraits for wealthy landowners. His reputation for high quality paintings of horses spread leading to commissions from eminent racehorse owners such as the 5th Earl of Rosebery, who was Prime Minister from 1894-5. During the early part of the 1900’s, Earl also contributed a number of equestrian illustrations and cartoons to Vanity Fair.
Earl became one of the most accomplished portraitists of the period with a free and strong style. As most of his work was based on commissions, there seems to have been little need for him to exhibit. However, the fine quality of his work with well-composed and natural compositions has continued to ensure his paintings find a ready market amongst collectors.
- Creator:Thomas Percy Earl (1874 - 1947, British)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)Width: 34.65 in (88 cm)
- More Editions Sizes:65cm L x 77.5cm W canvas only, without framePrice: $13,650
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- Gallery Location:GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 541stDibs: LU2841215926252
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